1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 130 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
